GHANA Sports Minister Kofi Adams has boldly declared the Black Stars will TOP their World Cup group, despite being drawn alongside England, Croatia and Panama.
The Three Lions are heavy favourites to finish first in Grouf L and they kick off their campaign against in Dallas before facing in Boston, with their final group game taking place in New .
Manchester City’s Antoine Semenyo will be playing in his second World Cup for the Black Stars of GhanaCredit: Getty
Thomas Tuchel’s England team are not just favourites for Group L but amongst the favourites to win the World CupCredit: Alamy
But Adams, the man who masterminded Ghana’s qualification, insists England should beware, and says he cannot wait to face them in competitive action for the first time.
He told SunSport: “We know England are giants when it comes to football, but so is Ghana.
“Historically, we have always done well when we play big countries at the World Cup.
“Our aim is to prepare so well, leaving no stone unturned, that we don’t just qualify from the group, we finish TOP.
“Our players are competing in the best leagues in and we already have a clear plan.
“We know how to win this group, and I’m really looking forward to playing England because we believe we are in the same league as them.”
Ghana have already lined up FOUR major warm-up matches ahead of the tournament, starting month with a clash against .
They will then face Germany, a side they believe play a similar style to England.
MISSION ACCOMPLISHED! 🇬🇭⚽️
— Hon. Kofi Iddie Adams (@HonKofiAdams) October 12, 2025
On behalf of the Government of Ghana and the good people of our nation, congratulations to the @GhanaBlackstars on qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
You have made Ghana proud. AYEKOO! #BlackStars #FIFAWorldCup pic.twitter.com/oqgSf2iWAV
Two further friendlies are still to be confirmed, but SunSports understands one will take place in the just days before the World Cup kicks off.
The Black Stars also feel conditions could play into their hands, with matches set to be played in high temperatures.
England boss Thomas Tuchel has already hinted he may be forced into extreme measures – including keeping substitutes in the
And Ghanaians believewin over the Three Lions last year can be repeated, with boss Otto Addo confident his side can another major upset.
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